The Bold and The Beautiful Design Residency
The new designer graduates from Raffles College of Design and Commerce joined The Design Residency for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2016. This was an opportunity for Australia’s emerging designers to kick-start their own labels in a very public way. The unique partnership between design school Raffles and The Design Residency was launched in 2016. Spearheaded by industry icon, Lorraine Lock, The Design Residency is one of Australia’s leading emerging fashion and design incubators. Seven Raffles alumni students unveiled their collections for MBFWA 2016 at the Raffles International Showcase at Carriageworks. The partnership with The Design Residency enables students to preview…
Wrapped Up Good : OSKAR The Label
One of things I adore about winter dressing is wrapping up in luscious knits. So when I saw the new AW16 collection from OSKAR The Label I knew I had gone to knitwear heaven, with an effortlessly cool after burn. I covered the summer collection from OSKAR The Label, with it’s clean approach to styling, architectural lines, and fresh block colours. It was minimalist and androgynous. The AW16 collection is far more casual and, quite frankly, scrumptious. Think of an open fire, sheepskin rug, bottle of red and runny brie – add OSKAR The Label and you’re winter is set….
Luxurious Cashmere Warms Winter
Who doesn’t love luxurious cashmere, especially when it’s Australian designed. NUAN Cashmere is designed with both men and women in mind. Brisbane based designer, Caoimhe Ryan, uses only the purest, long yarn cashmere and designs original garments you’ll love. NUAN Cashmere is stylish, classic and luxurious in an age of disposable fashion. This luxurious cashmere will last virtually a lifetime, and become a firm favourite in your stylish wardrobe. Premium tailored cashmere, NUAN was established in 2006 by Irish-born Ryan who says the long yarn cashmere resists pilling and will, like a good bottle of wine, get better with age….
Lorraine Lock : The Design Residency
Lorraine Lock is one of Australia’s most innovative and influential Fashion and Public Relations icons working today. As a co-founder of Australia Fashion Week and The Design Residency, Lorraine talks about what it takes to be in public relations, how to recognize a Fashion Editor, supporting young designers and innovation in presenting designer collections to an eager audience. cut-off jeans, sky high heels and a statement handbag don’t say fashion Editor to me. Lorraine Lock I interviewed Lorraine Lock in the lead up to Mercedes Benz Australia Fashion Week 2016, which was launched on May 15th. We discussed social media,…
LIFEwithBIRD – new season collection
LIFEwithBIRD was established in 2002 by Nicholas Van Messner (Life) and Bridget McCall (Bird) with a desire to create beautifully constructed leather goods and effortless, contemporary clothing. Their combination of unique skills and experience brought them together and the duo has now created a desirable aesthetic for the modern woman. STOP! One Night Shopping 20% Discount. 8.00am May 11 to 8.00am May 12 ONLY (AEST) Use the code TAKE20 at the checkout. SHOP NOW. Bridget was a photographer and stylist working in London collaborating on magazine shoots for innovative media such The Face and I-D. Hardly surprising that Bridget returned…
New Season Harlow for A Wild Winter
Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, new season Harlow has taken their winning signature style to greater heights. Curvalicious fashionistas will love the unique and exciting prints, edgy trims, monochromatic palette, body skimming silhouettes and the new season Harlow much coveted denim. And if you know Harlow, you’ll know that every piece is perfectly crafted to enhance your curves. And if you don’t know Harlow, get to know new season Harlow FAST! Harlow has a fabulous core belief that EVERY WOMAN deserves fashion that reflects her personality. I love Harlow’s ‘take-no-prisoners philosophy’ and their Australian-centric focus of…
How To Incorporate Vintage In Your Wardrobe
Once upon time… long long ago… a fashionista wouldn’t have been seen dead in an ‘Op Shop’. Fast forward to the last few years and having vintage in your wardrobe is de rigeur. Fashionistas are not only on-board with fashion recycling but they actively search far and wide for trendy, glamorous, unique or quirky vintage pieces. And I am one of the very guilty. So I asked Miss Chrissy from the Lindy Charm School for Girls for a few tips on how to incorporate vintage in your wardrobe. It’s a great trend and it’s here to stay. I guess that…
Jean Paul Gaultier launched at Target
He’s the ‘enfant terrible’ of the European fashion and haute couture industries so to have Jean Paul Gaultier design a range for Target Australia is beyond exciting. His exclusive range of clothing, babywear and homewares will hit stores nationally from March 2016. Here’s a sneak peek of my fave items from the new Jean Paul Gaultier for Target range. The range includes womenswear, menswear, homewares and babywear. Having earned a solid reputation as the ‘bad boy’ of the fashion world, signature Jean Paul Gaultier designs based on tattoo and popular culture abound. The collection is unique and quirky but will…
Fashion Over 40 : Subtle Changes to Stay Stylish
As we get older, there are ways to make subtle changes to stay stylish. Don’t get stuck in a style rut. Even tho 40 is the new 20, you may not be able to wear the same clothes you did a decade or two ago. Changes take place in our bodies, and our lives, that transition us from carefree to caring – motherhood, home ownership, increased responsibility, post-baby changes, divorce and good ol’ hormones. Subtle changes to stay stylish still means exuding youth, sex appeal, glamour and chic comfort. We can take inspiration from celebrities, for sure, but understand how…
Indus Design : An Innovative Powerhouse
The fabulous new Indus Design Autumn/Winter 2016 collection takes inspiration from Nordic Modernism and will be appearing at Reed Gift Fairs, Melbourne starting today. Located is Melbourne, Indus Design is a Melbourne-based company offering bold and innovative homewares and fashion in three sectors: Home Decor (throws and cushions); Baby (baby blankets, muslin wraps and hats), and Women’s Accessories (woven and printed scarves in silk, cotton, wool, Merino wool Ponchos and Hats). Establishing Indus Design in 2009, Founders Deborah and Jeffrey George brought to the business a comprehensive history of retailing in giftware, homewares, women’s fashion and interiors. Deborah parlayed her…
Style Icon Fashion Tips
When it comes to dressing your best there are women who always get it right. I’ve analyzed some leading Australian and overseas fashionistas and to pinpoint style icon fashion tips that you can copy; easily. Cate Blanchett : Borrow from the Boys Cate Blanchett has easily confirmed her position as one of the world’s most stylish women, both on and off the red carpet. Her feminine style is adored by millions but she does the masculine ‘thing’ with stylish aplomb, beautifully. Of course it doesn’t hurt to have Georgio Armani on speed dial. The best fashion tips we can take…
The Seven Habits of Highly Stylish Women
It’s a question I am often asked, because other women do want to know the habits of highly stylish women. I am in awe of women who effortlessly pair interesting colours and those that take risks with their fashion; like Miroslava Duma. So what does it take you have true style? Take inspiration from these seven habits of highly stylish women and personalise them. And that’s the first tip too. #Personalise, Don’t Copy Many fashion designers and trend forecasters will tell you that street style is their number one source for what’s going to be trending in fashion. However, one…
Best Style Tips for Men
Dan Thomas is the Image Doctor, and he really knows his stuff when it comes to style tips for men. I interviewed Dan on for The Style Podcast and he was truly FASCINATING. For example, why shouldn’t you wear red if you are trying to close a deal with a woman? What are the best colours for a sales role? When shouldn’t you wear darker colours? What are the best off-duty styles? What should you wear if you have an entry level job? And why should that be different from that worn by a CEO? What body image hang-ups do…
Personal Styling Tips
You’ll be surprised with the personal styling tips you’ll learn in these videos. I had a great time interviewing Vesna Cavic, a personal stylist, on my Fashion + Home radio show. Vesna bought with her videographer, Valentina, who filmed the entire interview. Part 1 and Part 2 on personal styling tips can be seen here as links to Vesna’s You Tube channel. Part One We talked about personal styling tips accentuating your positives tricking the eye fashion forward trends favourite shops and styles and the rise of the Personal Stylist Part Two Have you used a personal stylist? Why? What…
Exclusive Offer : 20% off at any Taking Shape store in SA
Did you follow the exploits of Kirri Riley as I gave her a fashion makeover with makeup artist, Megan Phillips, and the wonderful ladies at Taking Shape? We had a BALL! I plastered our exploits all over Facebook and Insta; it was great fun. Now the anti-fashion Kirri is styling her won scarves and buying ankle boots. Yahhhhh a convert to the fuchsia side. Anyway, Taking Shape were fabulous and have now offered all listeners to my Fashion + Home show on 88.9FM Hills Radio a massive 20% discount. Just book a FREE Personal Stylist Session at any Taking…
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